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Police Lieutenant
Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
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28017524 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
Under the general direction of the Director of Campus Safety Services (Chief of Police), the Police Lieutenant is responsible for managing, directing, and planning the daily operations and long-range goals of their units. The incumbent has a critical role in the University of California Police Department as a Patrol and/or Administrative Lieutenant and provides oversight and supervision to units and programs including, but not limited to patrol, traffic, communications, special events, UNET, Community Service Officers, investigations, and crime prevention. The incumbent may act for the Director of Campus Safety Services (Chief of Police) in their absence and is responsible for all functions/tasks appropriate to the classification. Please note, University of California career employees who have passed their probationary period will receive priority consideration for this position. If a qualified pool of internal candidates is not identified, qualified external candidates may be considered at the discretion of the hiring department. A skills assessment will be required for consideration.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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High school diploma or equivalent. | Required |
Ability to successfully complete other training or prerequisites as required by regulation, law or policy. | Preferred |
Relevant experience, training and/or four year college degree. | Preferred |
Bachelor's degree in Criminology or Political Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience | Preferred |
Completion of POST Supervisory Leadership Institute, and/or POST Command College or the National FBI Academy | Preferred |
Licenses
License | Requirement |
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Possess a valid California Driver's License. | Required |
Certifications
Certification | Requirement |
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Possession of a POST Supervisory certificate and successful completion of the probationary period as a sergeant. | Preferred |
Ability to successfully earn the POST Management certificate by completing a POST-certified 104-hour Management course within one year of appointment and serving as a Lieutenant for a period of two years. | Required |
Conditions
Condition | Requirement |
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Ability to successfully complete other training or prerequisites as required by regulation, law or policy. | Required |
Completion of POST Supervisory Leadership Institute, and/or POST Command College or the National FBI Academy | Preferred |
Experience
Experience | Requirement |
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8 - 13 years of related experience. | Required |
Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
Minumum of three years experience supervising sworn officers in a recognized law enforcement agency. | Preferred |
Special Conditions
Special Condition | Requirement |
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Background investigation. | Required |
Ability to work rotating shifts in all weather conditions and during extended periods during disaster or civil disorder. | Required |
nt alien staIs at least 21 years of age and a US citizen or has permanent resident alien status and achieves citizenship within three years. | Required |
No felony convictions or other legal restrictions on the ability to carry firearms or to perform other work responsibilities. | Required |
Successful medical and psychological evaluation. | Required |
Valid Drivers License | Required |
Meets all other requirements for peace officers and the rank of Lieutenant as established by law and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. | Required |
Public Driving Record | Required |
Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
Travel | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and possess a valid California Driver's License.
Strong knowledge of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment. Strong knowledge of current law enforcement management theory and administrative standards.
Strong ability to effectively orchestrate the ongoing deployment of multiple employees and resources. Strong ability to supervise and train staff in the relevant and necessary aspects of their duties.
Strong knowledge of budgeting and financial practices applicable to law enforcement in the University environment.
Strong ability to credibly represent the police department in an official capacity.
Broad experience performing all aspects of police officer and sergeant of police functions.
Strong ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. Strong ability to take decisive action based upon sound judgment.
Strong knowledge of law, regulation and University policy regarding public safety and law enforcement functions.
Strong ability to operate computers and other relevant or specialized technology.
Broad knowledge of use and legal application of firearms and other police weapons, equipment or tools.
Strong knowledge of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment. Strong knowledge of current law enforcement management theory and administrative standards.
Strong ability to effectively orchestrate the ongoing deployment of multiple employees and resources. Strong ability to supervise and train staff in the relevant and necessary aspects of their duties.
Strong knowledge of budgeting and financial practices applicable to law enforcement in the University environment.
Strong ability to credibly represent the police department in an official capacity.
Broad experience performing all aspects of police officer and sergeant of police functions.
Strong ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. Strong ability to take decisive action based upon sound judgment.
Strong knowledge of law, regulation and University policy regarding public safety and law enforcement functions.
Strong ability to operate computers and other relevant or specialized technology.
Broad knowledge of use and legal application of firearms and other police weapons, equipment or tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview